Foot Scan
A foot ultrasound is a diagnostic procedure that generates detailed images of the internal structures of the foot while using high-frequency sound waves. It assesses tendons, joints, muscles, and other soft tissues within the foot.
At Sonoclinic, we provide foot ultrasound services to primarily examine the structures within the foot region, including:
- Foot joints (tarsal, metatarsal, and interphalangeal)
- Plantar plate
- Muscles surrounding the foot
- Flexor and extensor tendons, along with their lining
- Nerves
Why Might You Need a Foot Scan?
Some of the reasons one may need to undergo a foot scan include:
- Foot injury and pain
- Restricted foot movement
- Aching or discomfort in the foot
- Inflammation in the foot
- Lump and swelling in the foot
- Post-surgical complications (abscess and oedema)
- Monitoring rheumatoid arthritis
- Detecting foreign objects embedded in soft tissue
What Can a Foot Ultrasound Detect?
The foot ultrasound scans help diagnose various conditions, including:
- Tendon tears
- Inflammation
- Plantar fasciitis
- Plantar fibroma
- Morton’s neuroma
- Certain tumours and cancers
- Soft tissue masses (e.g., ganglia, lipomas)
- Bursitis or capsulitis in the joints
- Ligament injuries
- Tendonitis or tendon ruptures
- Heel spurs
- Tarsal tunnel syndrome
- Muscle damage (both chronic and acute)
- Joint effusions
- Haematomas
- Mass classification (solid, cystic or mixed)
- Certain bone conditions, including arthritis
Procedure Details
A foot scan uses sound waves to create a detailed view of the internal structures. This quick, painless, and completely safe procedure helps provides valuable diagnostic information.
Once the scan is complete, your healthcare provider will review the results with you, provide a diagnostic ultrasound report, and, if need be, recommend further action or follow-up care.